Inclusion Body Myositis: What Your Patients May Not Tell You

This 15-minute non-accredited educational activity is designed to provide clinicians with a concise yet impactful overview of how inclusion body myositis (IBM) affects patients’ quality of life. The session explores how the progressive physical limitations, such as difficulty with mobility, hand function, and swallowing lead to loss of independence and increased risk of falls and malnutrition for the patients. The emotional toll—including depression, frustration, and social isolation—will also be discussed, along with the burden experienced by caregivers. By highlighting real-world experiences, this activity emphasizes the importance of functional assessments, communication strategies, and supportive care planning in IBM management. Clinicians will gain insights into recognizing the broader implications of this slowly progressive disease, equipping them to better address patients’ needs, promote shared decision-making, and support long-term quality of life in this underserved neuromuscular population. Ideal for neurologists seeking a quick, practical update.

Faculty:
Rohit Aggarwal, MD, MS
Professor of Medicine
Co-Director, UPMC Myositis Center
Program Director, UPMC Myositis Fellowship Program
University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
Pittsburgh, Pennyslvania

Elie Naddaf, MD
Associate Professor of Neurology
Mayo Clinic,
Rochester, Minnesota

Supported by an independent educational grant from Abcuro, Inc.

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